If you like paprika but don’t like bell peppers, well think again. Paprika is derived from the grinding of dried bell peppers. Paprika is widely available and the main producer is Hungary, which is why it is often associated with Hungarian cooking, such as goulash, but it’s used all over the world in various dishes. … Continue reading
Pleased to meet you, Poulet, the pleasure is all mine, I’m sure. Please, rest here on this warm plate while I cover you with some beans and other vegetables. What’s that you say? Oh yes, here’s a drink of orange juice for your health. We’ll just keep you warm for a bit, right over here… … Continue reading
I can only guess that the “Chuck” who came up with this pizza sausage recipe is my Uncle Chuck, Gram’s oldest child. Mom can probably shed more light on that. My family recently strayed from our usual of pepperoni and black olive toppings, and have been enjoying sausage and pepperoni on our pizza. The local … Continue reading
In my opinion, shortbread is the quintessential snooty cookie, yet it is somehow a simple and humble treat when you deconstruct it via a recipe. It is simple and easy to make but has such an impressive output. It seems like it should be difficult. One of my favorite cookies for shipping overseas because it … Continue reading
Keeping with yesterdays geological theme, today we have sand. Tarts, that is. Sand Tarts. This is also one of my favorite recipe comments practicality. Gram says “use the old aluminum cup & fill to the brim.” Well, my mom revealed that the old aluminum cup had a dent in it, so it would never get … Continue reading
Gram's Recipe Box 